Contractor Coordinator

Contractor Coordinator

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
• Join an encouraging leadership group, committed to your growth and development
• Residential role based in Gladstone, QLD

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for a Contractor Coordinator to be part of the Site Services team and focus on the day-to-day maintenance of our site infrastructure to ensure the focus is on safety, environmental quality and the continual development of our contractor partners.

This is a great opportunity for a person who can hit the ground running, with a strong capability in people management who can utilise their skills, experience, and attributes to contribute to the overall success of the Site Services Department.

Leading on the frontline is one of the most important jobs in our business and comes with a huge amount of responsibility. We need you to motivate, inspire and keep our people safe and well.

With signature leadership training programs, growing and developing is more than an opportunity – it is something we actively plan and make happen. Every day our leaders grow, while our rosters are designed to help you live the lifestyle that is right for you and your family.

Working a lifestyle roster (R14 4DS, 5OFF, 5DS, 4OFF 5DS, 5OFF continuous roster) and reporting to the Superintendent – Contractor Management Group you will be responsible for:

• Managing and monitoring the completion of maintenance works to ensure safety, environmental, quality and budget obligations are achieved and taking prompt corrective action where required;
• Encouraging a proactive approach to safety where necessary conducting accident / incident investigations, hazard studies and up-skilling our Contractor Partners in safety tools and their use;
• Responsible for detailed planning and communication of your Contractor’s work;
• Build relationships across functions to achieve positive working environment for task execution;
• Leading various projects / activities and process improvements across site with a demonstrated commitment to on the field visual leadership;
• The provision of effective leadership in ensuring objectives / work schedules are maintained in line with business requirements;
• Identifying development and improvement opportunities for yourself and Contractor Partners;
• Contribute to the ongoing developing and maintenance of the BSL safety culture.

What you will bring

• A commitment to and passion for safety, environment and quality at work with the ability to promote this to all key stakeholders including management, trade personnel and contracting partners;
• Demonstrated Leadership experience with the ability to foster positive and productive working relationships and team culture;
• A steady career history and proven project management experience
• Trade background in electrical or civil highly regarded
• Proficiency in computer applications including SAP and Microsoft suite;
• Attention to detail with the ability to problem solve, work under pressure to short deadlines and react to unplanned situations;
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of health and safety issues relevant to work activities including the ability to interpret Standards, legislation, guidelines and procedures.

What we offer

• A safety-focused and inclusive working environment
• A competitive salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP)
• Access to top tier family-friendly health and medical programs
• Excellent retirement plan
• A comprehensive leave policy that covers all moments that matter in life (vacation/annual, paid parental leave, short term sick leave, paid holidays)
• Ongoing individual wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matters
• Generous Rio Tinto employee share program

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for almost 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.

Where you will be working

Opened in 1982, Boyne Smelters Limited is Australia’s second largest aluminium smelter with a 1,000-person strong workforce. Located approximately 20 kilometres south east of Gladstone at Boyne Island on the Central Queensland coast, BSL produces around 500,000 tonnes of aluminium per annum. 

Activities at BSL include manufacturing carbon anodes in the carbon plant, aluminium production (smelting) in reduction lines, and casting of molten material into aluminium products ready to ship. The smelter is connected via a conveyor belt to the Queensland Alumina Limited refinery for the supply of alumina.

Along with Yarwun Operations and Queensland Alumina Limited, BSL supports the local community in a wide range of initiatives through Here for Gladstone

Every Voice Matters

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.

Apply today if you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where we support you to drive positive change.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.

Applications close on Friday 28 July 2023. (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date).